We’re going to follow our own advice and hope you do too! Have a great L-O-N-G weekend!

xo

NJ, Kathryn, Astrid, Jadan, & Kate

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Forget the future, when it comes to my wardrobe I love diving right back into the past. There is nothing better than getting a compliment on a vintage find that only cost you a mere couple of dollars. The best part? You know it’s an original, and you don’t have to be worried someone else will show up to the party wearing the same thing!

My favorite part of travel, is searching out the best vintage stores in each city. Last month, I found myself in New York City – Vintage store central!

With the long holiday weekend we thought many of you might even be visiting the big apple. Below, is a compilation of my top 12 favorite spots in the city :

1. INA – 101 Thompson St, New York, NY, 10012

INA is the best high-end fashion consignment shop in NYC. You’ll find everything from Lanvin to Hermes to Gucci to gently used Louboutin pumps at half the price. You can find highly covetable bags by the boatload and everything is reasonably priced.

2. NEW YORK VINTAGE – 117 West 25th St, New York, NY 10001
New York Vintage definitely isn’t your run-of-the-mill secondhand shop. It’s a serious destination for die-hard vintage fans; so much so that there’s even a massive rental-only archive for red carpet and industry use. (Everyone from Michelle Obama to Rihanna has been outfitted here.)

3. SHAREEN VINTAGE – 13 W 17th St, New York, NY

When it comes to dresses of another era, Shareen Mitchell knows her stuff. Her favorite styles to stock are those from the ’50s—some of which she sells for as low as $200.

4. STAR STRUCK VINTAGE NYC - 47 Greenwich Ave, New York, NY 10014
Loyal shoppers of Star Struck Vintage will tell you that one of the best things about it is the friendly and fun staff. Located in Greenwhich Village, the family-run store has vintage pieces from the ’30s through to the ’80s. Notable is their selection of hats, rock concert T-shirts, and denim.

5. SCREAMING MIMI’S – 382 Lafayette St, New York, NY 10012
Cindy Lauper used to work here. This downtown staple, complete with captivating window displays, is stocked with tons of vintage clothing helpfully displayed by decade. Also, it is know for its back balcony area stuffed with collector’s pieces from high-end designers such as YSL, Valentino, and Balenciaga.

6. AUH2O – 84 E  7th St, New York, NY 10003
The best thing about AuH20 in the East Village? It’s affordable. In addition to the traditional vintage offerings, owner Kate Goldwater recycled some of the old clothes to make her own designs. The boutique is also a quality place to source authentic vintage jewelry.

7. ANGELA’S VINTAGE BOUTIQUE - 26 2nd Ave, Manhattan, NY 10024
Angela’s is a small store, but it’s jam-packed with quality vintage. You’ll find lots of dresses, coats, jackets, and accessories to choose from, including some great Chanel jewelry from the ’80s. The prices are reasonable, but if you think something is a little bit high, don’t be afraid to negotiate it down with the staff.

8. WHAT GOES AROUND COMES AROUND – 351 W Broadway, New York, NY 10013
Whether your taste is gaudy Chanel jewelry, or tattered Levi’s cut-offs this is the place for you. They also carry a substantial collection of vintage rock tees for men and women, as well as their own vintage-inspired collections.

9. AMARCORD VINTAGE FASHION -252 Lafayette St., New York, NY 10012
Amarcord Vintage is a breath of fresh air in terms of it’s layout. It has a distinctly upscale boutique feel, compared to the often haphazardness of other thrift and vintage stores.

10. ANTOINETTE -119 Grand St, Brooklyn, NY 11211

Everything inside this shop comes from the personal collection of Antoinette, the store owner’s mother, who has been saving vintage clothing and accessories since the 1950s in hopes that her daughter might someday open a shop.

11. HOOTI COUTURE – 321 Flatbush Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11217
Perfectly-preserved vintage furs, sharp-edged 1940s to-die-for dresses, and all-out wow accessories create a colorful atmosphere of shopping abandon. If you worship at the shrine of affordable vintage, Hooti’s is your mecca.

12. CHEAP JACK’S – 303 Fifth Ave. New York, NY 10016
Some say Cheap Jack’s is an iconic New York institution. Others say it’s a rite of passage for up-and-coming trend setters. Jack himself is a little modest, but does admit this is the place to shop if celeb watching is your favorite pastime.

Xx. Jadan Huter

With the official start of summer this weekend, and an extra day off, lots of us are starting to travel. The best solution is to think about mix-and-match pieces that transition for day-to-night play.

To get organized, go for multi-purpose classics, in the same color families, that easily transition for a walk on the beach, to lunch and dinner or a bit of clubbing.  Spice them up with colorful accessories. Our favorites are a chic scarf, anything with nautical stripes,  a black tee & lounge pants (a  Kathryn, The Blonde favorite), a swimsuit or bikini in a bright color, carry-all in a pastel or neutral, crisp pinstripe blouse to dark denim with an envelope clutch and metallic sandals.

Hope this helps or shop these summer essentials and more.

Happy holiday weekend!

xo

NJ, The Brunette

We’re thrilled! The one-piece swimsuit is trending more than ever this summer and we can’t wait to wear one of these to our next pool party. Designers are showing us that it can still be so flirty and fashionable. We found five great looks with patterns from stripes, polka-dots, and heart prints with the ruffle trend. Style tip: Nude t-strap platforms elongate your leg poolside!

• a.) Lauren Moffatt Cut Out Maillot $210
• b.) Marc by Marc Jacobs $164 Taboo Retro Malliot
• c.) Wildfox $148 American Girl Classic One- Piece
• d.) Lauren Moffatt $210 Dropshot Ruffle Maillot
• e.) Lauren Moffatt Love Ruffle Maillot $210

-Kathryn, The Blonde

Summer is in full swing .While browsing Current Elliott’s new summer gear, we wanted to share some of these highlights with you along with one of our favorite hot weather dresses! Happy Summer Shopping!

 Current Elliott Tee & Denim Shorts With Star Print. Shop this look here 

The Blonde and The Brunette knows the importance of traveling in style! We found these chic lust to must travel bags that will last you for many summers to come! Bon Voyage!

• a.) Stella McCartney Faux Croc Suitcase $1880
• b.) Bottega Veneta Leather Weekend Bag $2580
• c.) Jonathan Adler Sailboat Canvas Pouch $48
• d.) Tory Burch Suitcase Satchel $750

-Kathryn, The Blonde

Here’s to another Target collaboration that I’m sure will cause a frenzy!

After courting him for five years, New York-based designer, Phillip Lim has signed on to release a 3.1 Phillip Lim for Target collaboration scheduled to hit stores September 15th.

For the past few years, Lim was shy about the idea because he didn’t think his brand was big enough. He was nervous about whether  he could design a collection at such a large scale. Fast forward five years, Lim’s line is selling in 400 stores, and he knows he is ready.

 

Lim is designing a collection for both men and women. As far as “price tags” go, Lim’s collection will range anywhere from $20-$75 for dresses, bags for under $60 and his trademark leather jackets anywhere from $250 to $300. That might sound pricey for a Target collection, but knowing a traditional leather piece from Lim’s 3.1 line would usually set you back close to $2000, should garner some excitement!

I have a feeling this collaboration might be good enough to capture some of the excitement that surrounded the Prabal Gurung and Missoni collaborations in the past.

Check out a sneak preview of the collection in the video below.

Are you excited, or are these collaborations just becoming old news?

Xx. Jadan Huter

A quick fashion shout out. Gingham is a hot trend  right now.  We spotted two great looks from Thom Browne. A scallop jacket in a multi-color madras and a “day party dress”. Hmmm…maybe that’s something the British wear to a Polo Match. Adorable. Shop these or just be on the lookout for anything with a check pattern in a bold color.

Separately, Prada is also rolling out a a few looks in their Pre-Fall  print campaign shot by Steven Meisel. Translation.  They are about to be in store right now. Don’t you love the fashion calendar!

xo

NJ, The Brunette

The gladiator sandal trend is just as hot as ever. It turns out it’s the perfect balance to the hot, trend-right cut-off denim short look. We found two pairs priced right and a splurge. Style tip: neutral shades elongate your leg.

• a.) The Gladiator Sandal: Tildon $59.95
• b.) Alexa Wagner $1195
• c.) The Cage Sandal: Vince Camuto $109.95

-Kathryn, The Blonde

Ruffles have been all over the red carpet and are clearly on-trend this summer.  We found inspiration in these gorgeous ruffle runway numbers from Burberry, Gucci and Givenchy. They’re lusts but still available online from the strapless Burberry deep-blue peplum top, the stunning Gucci red gown (worn by numerous celebrities) and several Givenchy standouts for spring including the famous patterns seen at The Met Gala on the likes of Beyoncé.

You know us. We’re digging through our ruffle pieces right now as it never hurts to shop you own closet or steal these looks for less!

Adrianna Papell  Ruffle Sheath Dress $120

ASOS White & Black Dress With Ruffle Hem $64.49

ASOS Asymmetrical Ruffle Layered Dress $84.85

ASOS One Shoulder Lemon Yellow Ruffle Dress $110

-Kathryn, The Blonde & NJ, The Brunette